Hong Kong Small Ship Cruise Tours & Trip Packages

Hong Kong Small Ship Cruise Tours & Trips

48 Hong Kong trips. Tours from 54 tour companies. 66 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.

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Grand China and the Yangtze (2021)
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
River Cruise
Why we love them
They have the highest staff-to-guest ratio in the river cruise industry and a reputation for excellent service.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chengdu, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Yichang

Themes

50 plus, Cultural, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Personnel were all very polite and happy to serve. Service was timely and professional. Most remembered your preferences and were prepared to assist."

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Cruising the Red River
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4.9/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Hanoi, Hong Kong

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"It's hard to describe how lucky we are to have been able to work with Stephanie in planning our honeymoon to Japan. From the very beginning, Stephanie was friendly, flexible, and an absolute wealth of knowledge. We had several meetings with her leading up to our trip to come up with the perfect itinerary. Throughout this, Stephanie was mindful of our budget, without sacrificing anything. During our trip, Audley was available at all hours to help with anything and everything which was such a relief to know we had that resource available to us. I truly cannot imagine having planned this trip without all of Stephanie's guidance and knowledge- and cannot imagine taking another big trip like this without the help of Audley. Thank you again!"

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Grand Tour of China
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4.7/5 Excellent
69 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chengdu, Great Wall of China, Hong Kong, Shanghai

Highlights

  • Visit the Forbidden City and Tian An Men Square
  • Visit Shuanglin Temple
  • Visit the Terracotta Army and Great Wild Goose Pagoda
  • Visit Nanjing Road and the Bund.
  • Visit the West Lake, Six Harmonious Pagoda

Themes

Cultural, Small Ship Cruise, Religious

What travelers are saying

"The cruise was cancelled 2 weeks before departure. The replacement was a serious step down and appalling. The Croisi Boat (MV Beethoven) should be avoided at all possible cost. It is a rattling banging creaking heap. VJV just dump people when they arrive (they booked flights and transfers) with no refreshments, no protection from the cold and no information. They are just let to wait for the boat to allow them on, which was around 2 hours. To save money, they all dock alongside each other and this boat is the last. You need to cross two other boats to get ashore and the crossings are precarious and worrying for elderly or disabled passengers. It is impossible to sleep in cabins akin to prison cells with the torture of noise all night long"

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New York To New York
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4.2/5 Great
10 reviews
Large Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Adelaide, Auckland, Bali, Barcelona, Brisbane, Dubai, Ho Chi Minh, Hong Kong, Kochi, Kuala Lumpur, Melbourne, Naples, New York, Perth, Phuket, Rome, Southampton, Sydney

Highlights

  • Step into the Monte Carlo-inspired Empire Casino which offers a full variety of opportunities to tempt Lady Luck.
  • Travel back to the grand old days of Venice at one of our Masquerade balls. Every evening on board is a real event and attending one of our balls in the Queens Room means you're in for a truly special evening.
  • The quality and range of literature available in this beautiful room magnifies the stunning views over the bow. Take the time to linger over more than 8,000 books, in the largest library at sea.
  • Wake yourself up with a brisk walk or breezy jog around our promenade deck. Three laps make a mile!
  • Barossa Valley is famous worldwide for producing some wonderful boutique wines and internationally recognised names.
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Themes

Around the World, Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Clean and elegantly decorated ship, not gaudy like another cruise ship I have been on. I got a beautiful room with a balcony. The choice of foods was wonderful. I really enjoyed the shows and the music and the sightseeing."

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China Adventure Tour
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4.5/5 Excellent
16 reviews
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Beijing, Great Wall of China, Shanghai, Xian

Highlights

  • Explore Beijing
  • Explore one of the greatest archaeological discoveries in the world
  • Explore the highlights of Shanghai, visit local markets, and the trendy Xintiandi district.
  • Enjoy the famous the Symphony of Lights Cruise with unlimited drinks

Themes

High Adventure, Small Ship Cruise, Sailing

What travelers are saying

"I recently took the Best of Australia and New Zealand tour...added on Fiji and a day in Auckland...with Discovery Nomads. During the booking process they were attentive and helpful. However, the nightmare began after paying for the tour! They told us we would receive our itinerary 10 to 20 days before our trip. It was sent 4 days before departure. We booked a tour for the trans alpine train from Christchurch to Queensland which we were told after the fact, that it did not exist. Furthermore, they failed to make a transfer reservation from the airport to our hotel in Christchurch. It took a week of constant sending of emails to get credit. They never answered them! Credit was finally issued almost 25 days later. The nightmare continues...we had to call each shuttle ride to confirm as their confirmation numbers were wrong and the local company could never find our reservations. So now add the cost of all the phone calls! Furthermore, when we reached out to Discover Nomads to help us while traveling, they NEVER answered their phone or a request for refund by email. We were completely ignored and left on our own. The only saving grace was we were traveling in English speaking countries. Can you imagine this happening to you in a country that doesn't speak English? Nightmare!!!!! And no assist from this horrible company. The only communication from them was for flight delays which we found out first by checking into the airport and one response asking for how much I paid for my transfer and proof of payment. I explained that it was all electronic and requested a refund of my original payment...heard nothing again from them until seven days later they sent an email stating that a meeting point had changed. So they had my email, just refused to deal with refunds or help. In addition, they had us waiting 15 hours for a hotel room in two flights. We were not allowed to stay in hotel lobby for so long and we arrived at 1:00am. We ended up paying for an early check in. Also, all internal flights were booked with 7.5 kg cabin luggage only. We had to pay baggage fees of $45 per bag. The costs of this trip were way higher then we anticipated. We had quotes for private tours just $2,000 higher...we should have booked that as we probably spent close to that amount in other fees!! TAKE MY WARNING...DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY!!!!!"

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Majestic China & Yangtze River with Hong Kong
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4.7/5 Excellent
99 reviews
River Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chongqing, Great Wall of China, Hong Kong, Shanghai, Terra Cotta Warriors, The Forbidden City, Three Gorges Dam, Tiananmen Square, Victoria Peak, Xian, Yangshuo, Yangtze Delta, Yangtze River, Yichang

Highlights

  • Opportunity to cruise along the dramatic landscapes of the majestic Yangtze River
  • Visit the historic Terra Cotta Warriors in Xian
  • Visit the Great Wall, which is one of the man-built architectures that can be seen from the low orbit of the earth
  • A visit to Tiananmen Square, the world-famous and historic Tiananmen Square

Themes

Cultural, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"We did the tour to Bangkok and Phuket in off season. We were concerned about the weather and if we would get a sub-par experience. But we had a wonderful time and would definitely recommend Affordable World!! Great company. Very organized and thorough. Our tour guide was amazing! He explained all of our stops and even some extra tid bits about the country. We were transported in air conditioned vans/sprinters to every stop. We felt right at home!"

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Diamond Princess by Princess Cruises
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5/5 Excellent
2 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Visits

Ho Chi Minh, Osaka, Taipei, Tokyo

Highlights

  • Enjoy cruising Diamond Princess
  • Explore Singapore
  • Authentic Japanese culinary experience
  • Discover the major cities of Japan

Themes

National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"Sarah Potter has been great helping me with multiple itineraries and customer customization. She has been very patient with their changes and questions. Highly recommend them for your South Pacific vacation package needs.-Lisa"

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China Tour: Hong Kong to Beijing
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By Odynovo
premier
5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They are able to handcraft custom trip plans in over 70 different destinations worldwide.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Great Wall of China, Hong Kong, Shanghai, The Forbidden City, Xian, Zhangjiajie

Highlights

  • Savor its cosmopolitan atmosphere and indulge in exquisite cuisine in Hong Kong.
  • Uncovering the iconic Bund and exploring the tranquil Yu Garden in Shanghai.
  • Delight in a day trip to the enchanting Xitang Ancient Town.
  • Explore the surreal Avatar Mountains in Zhangjiajie, immersing in a truly unique natural wonder.
  • Delve into the history of the Forbidden City and hike along the Great Wall in Beijing.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"I cannot say enough good things about Odynovo, both on the coordination end (we worked with Laura Li, who was fantastic!) to the on-site people (shout out to our airport contact in Cairo Hassan, our skilled driver Ahmed, our fun Cairo guide Mai, and our knowledgable Aswan/Luxor guide Hazem - BEST crew EVER!!!) who make your trip a seamless, safe, exciting, educational, and all-around transformative life highlight. This experience was seriously a bucket-list one for my husband and me, and I can NOT emphasize enough how important the Odynovo team was to making Egypt an infinitely easier context to navigate. If you've watched travel vloggers and social media influencers attempt to navigate Egypt on their own and complain about a negative experience, fear not - if you go with Odynovo, every. single. thing. will be taken care of. There is NOTHING to worry about, and the experience was entirely positive. The people, the food, the culture, the historical sites and stories - with Odynovo taking care of all the logistical details, these are the only things you need to focus on. I am full of gratitude for the experience I had in Egypt, and I credit Odynovo for it. I will absolutely use them in the future for other destinations, and I urge you to do the same. I know my Egypt experience would not have been nearly the same had I not gone with Odynovo. Check out our adventure here: https://youtu.be/vMlAmVk7vBY Also, a passionate recommendation from my experience: DEFINITELY make the trip to Abu Simbel!! It was a major highlight (we went in a private car that left Aswan around 9am since we'd flown in from Cairo that morning). We stopped at the High Dam first, so by the time we arrived at Abu Simbel, the tour busses were on their way back to Aswan, and we had the whole of the site almost entirely to ourselves. It was one of the most awe-inspiring moments of my life. Do it. Stay the night in Abu Simbel if you can in order to avoid the crowds. It was amazing. ✨"

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Dynamic Hong Kong 4 Days
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4.8/5 Excellent
27 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
Their experienced team of international specialists crafts journeys combining authentic experience with high standards of comfort.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Hong Kong

Highlights

  • Day 1 – Arrive Hong Kong Arrive this evening in Hong Kong, the ‘City of Lights’. Upon arrival, you will be met and transferred by private Car to the Harbour Plaza Metropolis hotel.

What travelers are saying

"We returned from our 13-day East African Explorer trip two weeks ago. The trip fully met our expectations. Everything was well organized, accommodations and food were excellent, safari drives were great. Our driver/guide in Kenya, Gitonga (aka Anderson) was excellent and enthusiastic. Based on our experience I can confidently say we will book another trip with SITA in the near future."

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A Broad Taste of China: 13-Day Private Tour: Beijing – Xi'an – Chengdu – Guilin – Hong Kong
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By China Highlights
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5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Private Guided
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chengdu, Guilin, Hong Kong

Highlights

  • Get off the Beaten Path to Find Hidden Halls and Interesting Stories in the Fobidden City
  • Enjoy Peking Roast Duck of a Time-Honored Brand
  • Explore a Top-Ranked Section of the Great Wall
  • Witness the World-Famouse Terracotta Army and Create a Warrior by Yourself.
  • Challenge Yourself to Take a Food Adventure in the Muslim Quarter
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Themes

Culinary & Wine, Cultural, Family Friendly, High Adventure, Hiking & Walking, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Nature & Wildlife, Trekking & Expeditions

What travelers are saying

"I've just returned from my trip to China, a week ago. I've seen many-many interesting places of Guangdong and Guangxi provinces. But most of all i liked my 2-days trip to Longshen villages with my guide Frank from chinahighlights. The day before our trip has started, in Guilin, Frank met me in hotel and told about our journey. Next 2 days we visited traditional ancient chinese villages (the biggest from them are Ping'an and Dazhai), walking around them, saw the rice-terraces landscape (it was really unbelievable). Also we had a hiking between villages, and stayed at night at ZhongLiu village. I haven't seen any tourists in this village, even chinese tourists. It was fantastic cause we've seen real chinese life of local people, including, for example, planting vegetables, collecting tea). Very quiet, fresh air, natural food. Yes, in this village almost no shops, no souvenirs, but you dont need them. All around you a hundred times better. I advice all, who wants to see real chinese life, visit this place, especially this village, stay at night there. Thanks very much to my guide Frank and chinahighlights for this trip!"

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China Family Holiday
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4.5/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They’re very committed to sustainable and responsible tourism and contribute to important initiatives like climate action.
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Chengdu, Great Wall of China, Guilin, Hong Kong, Victoria, Xian, Yangshuo

Highlights

  • Though not quite visible from space, the Great Wall of China is still massive! Wander this iconic monument and learn about its history
  • Travel back in time to the era of China’s powerful Emperors in Beijing while you and your family explore the halls and courtyards of the Forbidden City
  • Experience whizzing through the Chinese landscape on futuristic bullet trains
  • The kids will enjoy meeting the pandas in Chengdu on a once-in-a-lifetime encounter. Watch these adorable creatures at play, get to know the super-cute red ones, and learn about important conservation work
  • Uncover the secrets of Chinese food in a cooking class in Yangshuo
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Themes

Family Friendly

What travelers are saying

"We joined the Intrepid “Real Italy Food Tour” and enjoyed it thoroughly. Our tour guide, Micol, was very knowledgeable and provided us with lots of good information. It seems Micol knew many of the staff of the venues we visited, including the pasta making class we attended. Our group of 11 travelers was extremely compatible, which greatly added to the fun and enjoyment."

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China Highlights
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4.6/5 Excellent
100+ reviews
Small Group Tour
Why we love them
They explore a place beyond the typical tourist traps and offer exciting activities that bring the “wow factor” intrepid travelers want.
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Strenuous
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Visits

Beijing, Guilin, Hong Kong, Tiananmen Square, Victoria Peak, Xian, Yangshuo

Highlights

  • A journey of discovery across China from Hong Kong to Beijing by train, boat and plane
  • Relax in the stunning limestone landscapes of China's tranquil South
  • Discover the amazing Terracotta Army and iconic Great Wall

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking

What travelers are saying

"Very good, the waiting time on the phone was a bit too long the first time ( 10 minutes)"

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Hong Kong Reviews & Ratings

4.7/5  Excellent
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Robyn

Oct 2015

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An excellent way to travel with family

An excellent way to travel with family

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Vassiliki

Sep 2015

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A major reason for the very likely

A major reason for the very likely score was our tour leader Jay. He was informative, made the trip, the understanding of the culture of China, its history and the ...

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Andrew

Oct 2015

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Overall, the trip was excellent. This was

Overall, the trip was excellent. This was my first time with Intrepid but I have taken several similar trips (Tucan). The tour leader (Kris) was excellent and the ac...

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Anne

Sep 2015

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Emma was an excellent group leader- very

Emma was an excellent group leader- very friendly, helpful and polite. We really liked her suggested restaurant and activity recommendations and felt that they were ...

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Steve

Sep 2015

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Excellent Guide. Good Itinerary.

Excellent Guide. Good Itinerary.

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Hong Kong Tour Selection Trips

  • The MTR subway system runs throughout the city. Get an Octopus card, which can be topped up, used for each journey, then returned.
  • A visit to the computer district is a great chance to stock up on good value electronics.
  • Hong Kong is far more expensive than mainland China, and visitors crossing from one to another may find it a shock to their budget.
  • English is widely spoken in Hong Kong, and visitors should have no problem being understood. However, if you are on a guided tour this shouldn’t be a problem at all.
  • Hong Kong is built on steep slopes, and it boasts the world's longest escalator system, which runs down in the morning, up after 10am, and stops at midnight.
  • Hong Kong is a “3D city”. Don't just stick to ground floors; galleries, shops, restaurants, bars and more can be found throughout each building, especially the massive malls, so remember to look up!
  • Hong Kong has a fascinating and controversial past, as well as a complicated relationship with its colonial identity. If this interests you, make you sure you go on a cultural or history tour of the city.
  • This city is considered one of the best -- if not THE best -- food destinations in the world. What comes along with that are plenty of ways to get out of your culinary comfort zone. If you want to make sure you don’t miss any of Hong Kong’s delicious and exotic delicacies, think about taking a group tour food of the city.

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5 Hong Kong Travel Tips

  • Hong Kong is a rainy city, so carry a small plastic poncho with you. It will take up much less space than a bulky umbrella, and you’ll be thankful if there’s a shower!
  • $1 US is equal to $8 HK.
  • If you visit during the summer and need a break or a spot to cool down, you are better off finding one of the city’s many tea shops to visit instead of a traditional café. Try ordering one of their carbonated drinks with preserved fruit, it’s refreshing and very tasty.
  • The best place to take a photo of the Hong Kong Skyline is from the Kowloon side, particularly off Victoria Harbour. 
  • Get a suit made. Hong Kong’s tailors are famous for being able to create a completely custom suit in just a short period of time, and for a very low cost. Getting a suit will be a memorable (and practical) souvenir!

Do I need a visa to visit Hong Kong?

To visit Hong Kong (from the United States) you do not need a tourist visa unless you plan to stay over 90 days. If you are from outside of the U.S., chances are you still do not need a visa -- over 170 countries are permitted to send their citizens to Hong Kong without a visa.

The Best Time to Travel & Weather in Hong Kong

Hong Kong’s climate is drastically different depending on the season. Technically described as a “subtropical climate with monsoon influences,” Hong Kong’s winters are dry and its summers notoriously boggy and wet.

In the summer (May until September), temperatures frequently rise into the 90’s (Fahrenheit), and monsoons strike without warning. If you plan to make trips outside of the city to visit some natural and beach destinations, however, this may be the best time for you. 

The autumn and winter are the best times to visit the city, generally between October - December, when the temperatures are still pleasant -- sunny and usually in the low 60’s with some warmer days, it doesn’t snow in Hong Kong! -- and you can experience the incredible Chinese New Year festivities.

Japan and Hong Kong Tours

Most travelers find Hong Kong, a city with international origins, a complex identity, and indescribable feel, well complimented with other cities on a broader tour of Asia. One of the most popular combinations is Hong Kong and Japan, although other trips of Hong Kong also make stops in Vietnam, Thailand, and Taiwan.

Depending on which countries you visit, your guided tour of Hong Kong may have a totally different feel. Taiwan is a great example of this. Taiwan's own unique status as the previous capital of China, as an island nation, and its sometimes convoluted role as an independent country or a part of China, may focus your attention on specific historical and cultural elements of modern day Hong Kong, and its colonial past. If this is something that piques your interest, maybe consider going on a history-focused tour of Hong Kong!

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